Recruitment and Employee Experience Specialist

Bear Scotland Ltd; South Queensferry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic HR team as a Recruitment and Employee Experience Specialist at a forward-thinking organization committed to inclusivity and growth. This full-time role offers the opportunity to attract top talent and enhance employee satisfaction through innovative engagement strategies. You will manage the recruitment cycle, collaborate with hiring managers, and design initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture. With a commitment to employee development and well-being, this role is perfect for someone passionate about people and dedicated to making a difference in the workplace. Embrace a rewarding career path and grow with a company that values its employees.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and life assurance

Up to 34 days annual leave

Paid charity days

Shopping discounts and cashback

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development and progression plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment and employee engagement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle including job postings and onboarding.
• Design initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data supported by insights.

Skills

Recruitment Strategies

Employee Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

HR Software Proficiency

Organisational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

BEAR Scotland is a dynamic and growing organisation committed to nurturing a positive, progressive and inclusive work environment. We are looking for a Recruitment and Employee Experience Specialist to join our dynamic HR team.

Formed in 2000, BEAR Scotland is an alliance of three highly successful organisations who are prominent in the United Kingdom roads sector – Vinci, Jacobs and Breedon – joining together to provide trunk road network management and maintenance solutions to Transport Scotland.

Collectively these organisations span the world, allowing us to call on the global strength and expertise of our shareholders where required.

Since 2000 we have been involved in five generations of Transport Scotland Trunk Road Operating Company contracts covering various areas of Scotland and are presently responsible for approximately 60% of Scotland’s trunk road network. This includes the Northwest and Southeast Scottish Trunk Road Units.

This role is a full time position to be based in Perth or South Queensferry. The successful applicant can apply for hybrid working following their training period.

We are seeking a dynamic, people centric and detail-oriented Recruitment and Employee Experience Specialist to join our HR team. This role is pivotal in attracting and retaining top talent and ensuring a positive and engaging experience for our employees throughout their career journey with us. The ideal candidate will have a passion for people, a keen eye for talent, and a commitment to fostering a supportive engaging and inclusive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment:

• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide guidance on best practices.
• Utilise various sourcing methods, including social media, job boards, and networking events, to identify potential candidates.
• Support managers with recruitment and selection skills ensuring objective and fair hiring practices
• Maintain a talent pipeline for future hiring needs and identify trends in the marketplace including salary and benefits insights
• Use cost effective salary and benefits benchmarking methodology
• Report on attraction and turnover trends and highlight reasons for any voluntary turnover.
• Play a key role in developing the employer brand to attract talent.
• Prioritise graduate recruitment and build partnerships with educational institutions

Employee Experience:

• Design and execute initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Ensure that the onboarding process for new starts is effective with regular check in’s on how employees are doing.
• Conduct regular surveys and feedback sessions to gauge employee sentiment and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with the HR team to develop and manage employee recognition programmes to celebrate achievements and milestones.
• Work with the training and development team to coordinate and facilitate training and development programs to support employee growth.
• Act as a point of contact for employee concerns and provide support in resolving issues.
• Undertake periodic market reviews on best practice employee experience initiatives.

HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment data that is supported by insights and trends
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in recruitment and employee engagement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Why BEAR?

BEAR Scotland currently manages, maintains and improves 1962km of Scottish trunk road including over 2000 bridges and structures through some of the most scenic, but challenging, parts of the country. That means delivering £million investment on road maintenance and improvement every year.

We believe that the people who work with us are our greatest asset and, in order for us to succeed, we make sure we retain and attract a talented, innovative and dedicated team. In return, we offer:

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Pension and life assurance
• Up to 34 days annual leave per year
• Additional annual leave purchase through Salary Sacrifice
• 2 paid days per year to help to support your charity of your choice
• BEAR Rewards – shopping discounts and cashback
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Development and progression plan

Growyour career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve,flourish, and succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure equality of opportunity in employment and the fair treatment of all our employees.